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Jim Rondoni President 623.363.3368 Brad Norgaard Vice President 602.670.9582 Alan Davis Secretary 925.785.5583 Don Mickus Treasurer 602.861.2021 R E E L L I N E S R E E L L I N E S Established 1962 www.azflycasters.org We support catch and release. June 2017 President’s Lines Hello AFC members. Well, the April showers and May flowers have come and gone, and it’s now time to match the hatch in June. There are few phenomena on a river that excite anglers more than a strong hatch. In fact, many fishermen describe their trip in terms of the insects more than the fish. In June, try Blue-Winged Olives, Pheasant Tail Nymphs, or Parachute Adams, all in size 14 or 16. A black gnat in sizes 14 to 18 is a good stillwater dry fly, especially at dusk; trout just can’t seem to leave them alone. Speaking of fly patterns, I was searching the internet and was “insulted.” That’s right, a great little fly that is super easy to tie (in size 10, 12, or 14) is called the insult fly. Look it up on YouTube. I tied about a dozen or so and will try them up at Ashurst Lake in a few days. I am calling out to any members who would like to help our board chairs. I am not asking for new board members. Rather, we need your help planning our Annual Banquet, coordinating fishing outings, making contributions to our website and newsletter, appearing at our community outreach events, and so on. Our club is involved with more projects than ever before and needs more members to get involved in all the fun and rewarding activities we do. The more members who help, the better our club will be, now and in the future. There will be a sign-up sheet at the welcome table. Put your name down and let’s do great things together! I’m really looking forward to our Big Lake outing this month. Alan Davis and I will be hosting the potluck on Saturday night. It will be a great time. This month’s afterthought? Procrastifishing: The art of going fishing when you should really be doing something your wife asked you to do. Have a great June and thanks to all AFC members who help make us such a great club. Jim Rondoni AFC President [email protected], [email protected] MISSION STATEMENT The Arizona Flycasters Club is a non-profit tax-exempt organization that is dedicated to encourage, support, and educate its members and the community in the sport of fly fishing, the techniques of fly fishing, and the ethics of “catch and release” which promotes the conservation of fish and their habitats. The organization’s activities also encourage friendship, enjoyment, sportsmanship, and safety. AFC is affiliated with the International Federation of Fly Fishers, an organization dedicated to the betterment of the sport of fly fishing through conservation, restoration, and education.
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Jim Rondoni President
623.363.3368
Brad Norgaard Vice President 602.670.9582
Alan Davis Secretary
925.785.5583
Don Mickus Treasurer
602.861.2021
R E E L L I N E SR E E L L I N E S Established 1962 www.azflycasters.org We support catch and release. June 2017
President’s Lines
Hello AFC members. Well, the April showers and May flowers have come and gone, and it’s now time to match the hatch in June. There are few phenomena on a river that excite anglers more than a strong hatch. In fact, many fishermen describe their trip in terms of the insects more than the fish. In June, try Blue-Winged Olives, Pheasant Tail Nymphs, or Parachute Adams, all in size 14 or 16. A black gnat in sizes 14 to 18 is a good stillwater dry fly, especially at dusk; trout just can’t seem to leave them alone. Speaking of fly patterns, I was searching the internet and was “insulted.” That’s right, a great little fly that is super easy to tie (in size 10, 12, or 14) is called the insult fly. Look it up on YouTube. I tied about a dozen or so and will try them up at Ashurst Lake in a few days. I am calling out to any members who would like to help our board chairs. I am not asking for new board members. Rather, we need your help planning our Annual Banquet, coordinating fishing outings, making contributions to our website and newsletter, appearing at our community outreach events, and so on. Our club is involved with more projects than ever before and needs more members to get involved in all the fun and rewarding activities we do. The more members who help, the better our club will be, now and in the future. There will be a sign-up sheet at the welcome table. Put your name down and let’s do great things together! I’m really looking forward to our Big Lake outing this month. Alan Davis and I will be hosting the potluck on Saturday night. It will be a great time. This month’s afterthought? Procrastifishing: The art of going fishing when you should really be doing something your wife asked you to do. Have a great June and thanks to all AFC members who help make us such a great club. Jim Rondoni AFC President [email protected], [email protected]
MISSION STATEMENT
The Arizona Flycasters Club is a non-profit tax-exempt organization that is dedicated to encourage, support, and educate its members and the community in the sport of fly fishing, the techniques of fly fishing, and the ethics of “catch and release” which promotes the conservation of fish and their habitats. The organization’s activities also encourage friendship, enjoyment, sportsmanship, and safety.
AFC is affiliated with the International Federation of Fly Fishers, an organization dedicated to the betterment of the sport of fly fishing through conservation, restoration, and education.
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SCHEDULE
June
8 7:00 PM General Meeting (Float Fishing)(SSCC) 9—11 Big Lake/Rainbow Campground Outing 15 7:00 PM Board Meeting (SSCC) 20 7:00 PM General Education Class (Tying Flies With Soft Hackle) (SSCC)
July
13 7:00 PM General Meeting (Advanced Fly Fishing 303) (SSCC) 18 7:00 PM General Education Class (SSCC)
20 7:00 PM Board Meeting (SSCC)
August
10 7:00 PM General Meeting (SSCC) 17 7:00 PM Board Meeting (SSCC) 22 7:00 PM General Education Class (SSCC)
25-27 Woods Canyon Lake/Crawfish Outing
September 1, 5, 6, 11, 13, 7:00 PM Fly Tying Classes (SSCC) 18, 20, 25, 27 14 7:00 PM General Meeting (SSCC) 16 9:00 AM Casting Class (Steele Indian School Park) 21 7:00 PM Board Meeting (SSCC)
October 4, 11, 18, 25 9:00 AM Weekly Casting Meet-Ups (Roadrunner Park) 12 7:00 PM General Meeting (SSCC) 14 9:00 AM Casting Class (Steele Indian School Park) 19 7:00 PM Board Meeting (SSCC) 28-31 San Juan River Outing 30 7:00 PM General Education Class (SSCC)
November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 9:00 AM Weekly Casting Meet-Ups (Roadrunner Park) 9 7:00 PM General Meeting (SSCC) 11 9:00 AM Casting Class (Steele Indian School Park) 14 7:00 PM General Education Class (SSCC)
16 7:00 PM Board Meeting (SSCC)
December 6, 13, 20, 27 9:00 AM Weekly Casting Meet-Ups (Roadrunner Park) 14 7:00 PM General Meeting (SSCC) 16 9:00 AM Casting Class (Steele Indian School Park) 19 7:00 PM General Education Class (SSCC)
21 7:00 PM Board Meeting (SSCC)
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“Float Fishing” Marvin Forte and Brian Soefje—AZ Kayak & Motorless Anglers
Also Featuring Dallas Shewmaker, Owner, LowerGear Outdoor Rentals and Sales General Meeting—Thursday, June 8, 7:00 PM
Sunnyslope Community Center John Doss, Programs Chair
Kayak fishing is on the rise, and for good reason. The cost of entry is low, and the ongoing costs are nearly nothing when compared to other watercraft. Kayak fishing is stealthy and puts the angler closer to the water and more in tune. If you have considered getting into kayak or motorless fishing, this presentation could save you tons of time and energy. Marvin Forte and Brian Soefje will share their experiences and fishing expertise with a spinning rod, bait caster, and fly rod. Multiple angling kayaks and watercraft will be on display. Marvin and Brian also will cover some of the best waters to kayak fish in Arizona, as well as answer your questions. Marvin is on Native Watercraft’s Pro Staff and is an administrator of AZ Kayak & Motorless Anglers, a fishing club and Facebook group of over 1,900 members. As Chapter Coordinator for the Arizona chapter of Heroes on the Water, he gives back to veterans, active military, and first responders, spreading the excitement and relaxation of kayak fishing. Marvin has participated in over 20 kayak fishing tournaments in Arizona, placing first, second, and third. “One of the great things about kayak fishing in Arizona, is that I can get out on the water 12 months out of the year, and when summer gets too hot, I hit the mountains for some cooler temps and different species. Some guys see a fishing kayak as a stepping stone to a bass boat, but not me. I’d rather be in a kayak than a bass boat any day. Close to water, in touch with nature, authentic. That’s why I kayak fish.” Brian is on Hobie’s Kayak Fishing Team, Cactus Wren Outdoors’ Pro Staff, and Kistler Custom Fishing Rods’ Regional Team. He’s also the Secretary of the Arizona chapter of Heroes on the Water. A regular kayak tournament angler, Brian has placed first place in eight tournaments and is well on his way to qualifying for the 2018 Kayak Bass Fishing National Championship. He’s a certified Arizona Game & Fish Fishing Instructor and a regular speaker at Bass Pro Shops and the International Sportsmen’s Expo in Scottsdale. He’s also an active member of the AZ Kayak and Motorless Anglers fishing club and Facebook group. He hosts his own YouTube channel under his alias, azkayakfisherman. “I was introduced to the new sport of kayak fishing five years ago and I caught the bug. I enjoy fishing from a bass boat but kayak fishing is incredible! You will now see me on an Arizona lake pretty much every weekend and even some weekdays. I enjoy teaching and love talking about this great sport.”
General Education Class—Tying Flies With Soft Hackle Tuesday, June 20, 7:00 PM
Sunnyslope Community Center Ron Robinson, Education Chair
This month’s class focuses on tying flies with soft hackle. We’ll cover how to use many different types of soft hackle to make flies that are effective in a wide range of situations including fresh and salt water, cold and warm water, and moving and stillwater. You will have the opportunity to tie a fly using material supplied by the club. The club also will have equipment for those in need. Give Ron Robinson a call at 602-867-8820 with any questions. See you there.
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Club Outings Phil Koda, Outings Chair
Big Lake — June 9-11 Our Big Lake outing is coming up June 9 through 11. Sites are being booked at Rainbow Campground. You can book your site online at reserveamerica.com. Big Lake is a great place for tent camping as well as rv's. We will try to gather in sites 48-62.
Woods Canyon Lake/Crawfish Festival — August 25-27 From August 25 through 27, we will be at Woods Canyon Lake on the Mogollon Rim for our annual Crawfish Festival. The club has reserved Crook Group Campground Loop B. For those planning on spending the weekend, there will be a $25 camping fee. If you can't make it for the entire weekend, this outing makes a great day trip, as Woods Canyon Lake is only two hours northeast of the Valley. If you choose to come up for the day, the fee is $5 per carload. Space is limited. RV and improved tent sites are available. Sites can be reserved online at Eventbrite or see me at a general meeting. As part of our annual tradition, we'll harvest crawfish from the lake and make the "mud bugs" taste like a shrimp cocktail. What they do to the aquatic environment is the bad news—the good news is that they are delicious! We will do our best to eliminate as many crawfish as possible and feast on the bounty! To get to the campground, take Highway 87 out of Phoenix to Payson. Turn right (east) on Highway 260 out of Payson. When you reach the top of the Mogollon Rim, turn left on Forest Road 300 at the Woods Canyon Lake turnoff. Follow Forest Road 300 about 3 miles until you reach Forest Road 105 (entrance to Woods Canyon Lake). Turn right and immedi-ately turn right again into the Crook Group Campground.
New Dates For San Juan River Outing: October 28-31 Due to a change in venue, the San Juan River outing has been moved to October 28 through 31 (four nights). We have reserved rooms and a breakfast buffet and Liars’ Banquet with Fisheads San Juan River Lodge. We secured 13 rooms for two people and two rooms for three people and a house which can sleep up to six people. The estimated cost for room and meals is $323. More information to follow once details are finalized. Rooms will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis on Eventbrite.
Board Members
Jim Rondoni President 623-363-3368 [email protected] Brad Norgaard Vice President 602-670-9582 [email protected] Alan Davis Secretary 925-785-5583 [email protected] Don Mickus Treasurer/NAU Scholarship 602-920-2350 [email protected] John Doss Comm./Social Media Chair 623-229-8335 [email protected] John Doss Programs Chair 623-229-8335 [email protected] Barb and Brian Fayle Hospitality Co-Chairs 602-923-7870 [email protected] Paul Finell Badges Chair 602-741-6563 badges@ azflycasters.com Chuck Howey Technology Chair 602-866-9495 [email protected] Brad Johnson Raffle Chair 602-568-4210 [email protected] Norm Johnson Project Healing Waters 602-993-6524 [email protected] Phil Koda Outings Chair 602-620-2614 [email protected] David Mayl Membership Chair 480-236-6757 [email protected] Ron Robinson Education Chair 602-867-8820 [email protected] Ben Sheridan Special Events Chair and [email protected] Youth Activities Chair 480-223-7815 [email protected] Bob Sickles Librarian 602-953-3761 [email protected] Greg Stock IFFF Representative 623-824-6286 [email protected] Eric Swanson Conservation Chair 602-525-3157 [email protected] Toni Wallis Merchandise Chair 623-979-2465 [email protected] Steve Nemecek Newsletter Editor 602-264-9224 [email protected]
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Denny’s AP Emerger Hook: 2XL nymph, size 8-14 (Mustad 9671) Thread: Color to match body Tail: Natural or dyed burnt orange mallard flank Rib: Gold wire Body: Olive, gray, or black dubbing Wing case: Same as tail Thorax: Peacock herl Hackle: Partridge or Indian hen Head: Thread 1. Place the debarbed hook in the vise and start the thread at the rear of the hook above the pinched barb. 2. Select and cut a section of mallard flank for the tail, tie in at the bend of the hook, and wrap the thread forward over the mallard to the point where the thorax will be, and then wrap back to the bend. Don’t cut off the butts of the mallard because you will need them for the wing case. 3. Tie in a strand of gold wire for the ribbing. 4. Next take your dubbing and dub a tapered body up to the beginning of the wing case. 5. Wrap the wire four or five times over the body to form the rib. 6. Take a small brush (an old toothbrush works well) and rough up the body to make it fuzzy. 7. Advance the thread in front of the mallard towards the eye of the hook and tie in four to six strands of peacock herl by the tips. Wrap the herl around the thread to form a rope and wrap around the hook to form the thorax. Tie off and trim the excess. 8. Now bring the remainder of the mallard over the thorax to form the wing case. Tie off and trim the excess. 9. Prepare a hen feather by stripping off the barbules on the top of the feather. Tie the butt section in front of the thorax. Make only about two turns around the hook, pulling the feather back towards the tail as you go. Tie off the feather and trim the excess. 10. Finally, take your fingers and pull the feather back over the body and wrap the thread over a small section of it to hold it in place. Wrap a small head and whip finish. Developed by Denny Rickards, this “all purpose” emerger can be used in stillwater using short, slow pulls, or in streams and is usually effective when fish are feeding near the surface. The fly can be fished in still water with floating or intermediate line. It is an excellent imitation of emerging mayflies or damselflies depending on the variation.
AZFISHBOOK Special Event—Stone Fly Camp on the Miracle Mile in Wyoming
June 24-28 A group already has made reservations for three days of fishing, June 25 through 27 (June 24 and 28 are travel days). There will be a camp set up on the Miracle Mile where food and sleeping accommodations will be supplied. If you are interested, contact Grey Reef Anglers at 307-267-2559. This is not an AFC-sponsored event.
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Arizona Flycasters Club general meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the second Thursday of every month at the Sunnyslope Community Center. The Annual Banquet and Raffle is held in February or March. Watch for further details. The Arizona Flycasters Club newsletter is published by the Arizona Flycasters Club and is distributed to its members and advertisers. Opinions expressed in the newsletter are not necessarily those of the club. Advertisements are placed as a means of conveying the message of the advertisers. The Arizona Flycasters Club does not necessarily endorse the advertiser’s products or services.
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Next General Meeting:
“Float Fishing”
Marvin Forte and Brian Soefje
AZ Kayak & Motorless Anglers
Thursday
June 8, 2017
7:00 PM
Arizona Flycasters Club
P.O. Box 47357
Phoenix, AZ 85068-7357
